AGS Educational Assistant – Student Medical Support

Title:                           AGS Educational Assistant – Student Medical Support

Start Date:                March 2026

Term:                         Fixed term

Accountable to:      Special Education Coordinator

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Summary of Function:

The Educational Assistant – Student Medical Support provides classroom‑based educational support to a student with special learning and medical needs. The position supports the student’s academic progress, behaviour, and social development under the direction of the classroom teacher and Student Services.

In addition to core educational assistant duties, the position includes specialized responsibility for supporting the safe day‑to‑day management of Type 1 diabetes in accordance with the student’s individualized Health Care Plan, in collaboration with the school nurse, educators, and parents/guardians.

Job Duties:

• Facilitates student learning
• Supports the student’s academic progress, behaviour, and social development while working within the classroom management structure, discipline plan, and expectations outlined by the teacher and Student Service Department
• As required, attends student-specific support team meetings
• Follows recommendations indicated by heath care and other professionals
• Maintains confidentiality
• Demonstrates a desire and ability to work in a Mi’gmaq school setting that prioritizes Mi’gmaq worldviews, knowledges, and cultural values
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team player
• Demonstrates good written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrates basic organizational and recordkeeping skills
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently and follow instructions
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to changing situations
• Other related duties assigned by immediate supervisor

Specialized Responsibilities – Student Medical Support

• Assists in monitoring the student’s diabetes throughout the school day in accordance with the student’s individualized medical care plan.
• Supports blood glucose monitoring and recognizes signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia.
• Assists the student with insulin administration as directed in the medical plan and under the guidance of the school nurse and other trained professionals.
• Supports carbohydrate counting and meal/snack monitoring to help ensure appropriate insulin calculations and safety of the student
• Performs all medical-related support duties in accordance with the student’s medical care plan, school protocols, and guidance from the school nurse or designated health professionals.
• Responds appropriately in the event of a diabetes-related medical emergency and follows established emergency procedures, including notifying parents/guardians, administration, the school nurse, and emergency services if required.
• Willing to participate in training sessions with the Maria Hospital Diabetes Management Team
• Maintains accurate daily records related to glucose monitoring, insulin administration, food intake, and any medical concerns.
• Weekly reporting to medical team
• Communicates relevant information that may impact the health, learning, or behaviour, to the appropriate resource teacher, Special Education Coordinator, and school nurse, parents/guardians as required.
• Ensures the student has appropriate supervision during transitions, recess, lunch, field trips, and extracurricular activities where medical monitoring is required.
• Supports the student’s independence and self-management skills over time, as appropriate to age and ability.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of Mi’gmaq history, culture, and traditions
• A High School diploma from a recognized institution or equivalent.
• Training in the area of LPN, PSW, or equivalent post-secondary courses in a related area from a recognized institute and or related experience would be an asset.
• Ability and willingness to participate in ongoing medical training related to diabetes care and student safety.
• Experience supporting students with medical needs, particularly diabetes, would be considered an asset
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Submit Confidential Applications, Resumes and References to:

LMG Human Resources

17 Riverside West,

Listuguj (Quebec) G0C 2R0

LMGJOBS@listuguj.ca

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS CLOSE OF BUSINESS

Until position is filled.